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Using Automation and Motor Efficiency to Combat the Energy Crisis
The world is facing an energy crisis due to the depletion of natural resources, and it is becoming increasingly important to find ways to conserve and use energy more efficiently. One way to address this issue is by improving the efficiency of electric motors and adopting automation technology.Electric motors consume a significant amount of energy, and by improving their efficiency, we can reduce the amount of energy required to run them. High-efficiency motors are available that use less electr
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Feb 16th 2023
All Your Machine Building Needs in One ABB Drive
If you are a system integrator, original equipment manufacturer or panel builder, the ACS355 is our top tier micro drive. It is focused on material handling, food and beverage applications, processing of rubber, plastic and wood. You have a cost effective, versatile drive offering the best connectivity in its class. Installation and commissioning is simple and easy, saving you labor time. Highlights0.37 to 22 kW/0.5 to 30 hpOptimized design for cabinet installations saves space and installa
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Jan 9th 2018
Dimension Drives for Performance and Reliability
When selecting a variable speed drive (VSD), it’s important to take the time to dimension it correctly.There might be different external and internal conditions that need to be considered when selecting the drive to run a machine or process. When aiming for long term reliability, these conditions might affect the rating of the drive. A drive which is correctly dimensioned will work properly throughout its lifetime.There are a number of factors that may require a drive to be derated (i.e. operate
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Sep 6th 2017